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BK17 YXJ

2017 Audi A1

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,432 mi
Last recorded49,432 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A136,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK17 YXJ
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 49,432 miles
Fail 8 May 2026 49,414 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 46,322 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 46,318 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 42,436 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 42,198 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 34,197 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 27,588 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 27,269 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2021 20,371 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 14,510 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Audi A1?

Based on 2,089,456 MOT tests across 240,261 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
5,974
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
240,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,639
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BK17 YXJ is a 2017 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2017 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 36,929 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,639 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK17 YXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK17 YXJ registered?

BK17 YXJ is a 2017 Audi A1, first registered on 7 March 2017.

Is BK17 YXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK17 YXJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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